Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 30th Apr 2025
- Sydney > CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs Sydney
The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is Australia's leading not-for-profit organisation funding world-class breast cancer research towards their vision of Zero Deaths from breast cancer.
Since their inception in 1994, NBCF has invested over $200M into more than 600 world-class research projects across Australia. In this time, the death rate from breast cancer in Australia has reduced by over 40%.
They've seen remarkable results, but the job's not done.
At NBCF, they’re determined to create a better tomorrow. They know research matters, and it is central and critical to improving breast cancer outcomes. That’s why they fund the very best breast cancer research in Australia by awarding grants via an open national, competitive, and rigorous peer review process.
With a talented and committed team and an enviable reputation, NBCF is well-positioned to achieve even greater outcomes over the coming years and change the future for all those diagnosed with breast cancer.
Reporting to the Acting Head of Marketing and working closely with NBCF’s research team, the Science Communications Specialist is responsible for translating complex breast cancer research into accessible, engaging, and scientifically sound content that supports:
You'll craft stories that bring research to life, spark curiosity, and help people understand why research matters — and why supporting NBCF is the most effective way to create meaningful change.
Content Development & Translation:
Proactive Research Communications:
Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration:
You're a science communicator or medical writer who thrives on making research meaningful for everyday people. You balance scientific rigour with creative flair, and you’re comfortable juggling multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
If this sounds like something that you would be interested in, please apply directly to the advertisement with your cover letter and full resume to Matthew Witheriff via the "Apply Now" button or call 02 9093 4967.
There is no closing date for this role, all applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Please note that Beaumont People has many other exciting philanthropy, fundraising & marketing roles available in the charity sector, so if this one isn't quite right, feel free to send through your resume anyway or contact us and we can look at other opportunities for you.
At Beaumont People we believe a diverse workplace is a happy workplace, and we love working with organisations that feel the same way. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from CALD backgrounds and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to be made for your application to be assessed we would be more than happy to discuss how that can be arranged.
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